Richard Diamond, Private Detective - Single Episodes


(4.7 stars; 154 reviews)

Richard Diamond, Private Detective is a classic radio series that first aired in 1949. The show features Dick Powell as the slick and sophisticated detective, Richard Diamond, who balances his detective work with entertaining his girlfriend, Helen Asher. Each episode typically involves Diamond solving a tough murder case while navigating the challenges of his profession.

Diamond's character is known for his sharp wit and charm, often getting into trouble but always managing to come out on top. His interactions with Lt. Levinson, who is both a friend and a reluctant ally, add a humorous dynamic to the series. The show is filled with engaging plots, memorable characters, and a touch of music, as Diamond often serenades his sweetheart after solving a case.

The series successfully transitioned to television, further cementing its place in entertainment history. With its blend of drama and humor, Richard Diamond, Private Detective remains a beloved part of the Old Time Radio legacy.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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Chapters

Diamond in the Rough - Barton Case 29:35
Ralph Chase Case 29:32
The Stolen Purse 29:30
The Betty Moran Case 29:32
Fred Sears Murder Case 29:30
The Tom Waxman Bombing Case 29:32
The Bloody Hat Case 29:30
Charles Walsh and Bob Wells 29:32
The Man Who Hated Women 29:13
The Martin Hyer Case 29:15
The Lynn Knight Case 29:30
The Jean Cooper Murder Case 29:11
The Eddie Garrett Case 29:13
The Harry Baker Case 29:32
The Van Dyke Seance Case 29:30
The Jerome J Jerome Case 29:32
The Two Hundred Thousand Dollar Bundle 29:30
Gibson Murder Case 29:32
The Bogus Bills Case 29:30
Rene Bennet Protection Case 29:32
Bill Kirby Murder Case 29:30
The Singing Critic 28:34
The Singing Critic 29:32
Fifty Thousand Dollar Diamond Heist 29:30
The Jacoby Case 29:32
William Carter Loses Memory 29:30
The Ruby Idol Case 29:32
The House of Mystery Case 29:30
The John Blackwell Case 29:32
A Christmas Carol 29:30
Thomas Jason Case 29:32
Butchers and Protection Racket 29:30
Mr Victor's Daughter 29:32
Martin White Sees Dead Men 29:30
To Guard A Seal 29:32
Elaine Tanner Case 29:30
The Jewel Thief 29:32
The Blind Man and The Cop Killer 29:30
Louis Spence Case 29:32
Joyce Wallace 29:30
Private Eye Test 29:32
Photographer's Card 29:30
William Logan And The Ivory Statue 29:32
The Man Who Hated Women 29:30
Messenger Service 29:33
The Ralph Baxter Case 29:30
Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars In Jewels 29:44
Mrs X Can't Find Her Husband 29:32
Mary Bellman Killed 29:32
Mike Burton Murder Case 29:30
Ice Pick Murder 30:15
The Martha Campbell Kidnap Case 29:32
The Fixed Fight Case 29:30
Edna Wolfe Case 29:32
The Carnival Case 29:30
The Evans Farmer Case 29:32
The Big Foot Grafton Case 29:30
The Misplaced Laundry Case 29:32
The George Lexington Murder Case 29:30
The Bald Head Case 29:32
The Oklahoma Cowboy Murder Case 29:30
The Pete Rocco Case 28:17
The Homing Pigeon Case 29:30
Lt. Levinson Kidnapped 29:32
Dead Man's Letter 24:24
Dead Man's Letter 27:02
Mona Lisa Murder 24:13
The Cover-Up Murders 23:57
The Chapel Hill Case 25:13
Marilyn Connors Case 29:30
The Man With The Scar 29:32
The Rawlins Case 29:30
The Caspary Case 29:32
The Blue Serge Suit 29:30
The Grey Man 29:32
The Lady In Distress 29:30
The Red Rose 29:32
The Butcher Shop 29:30
Monsieur Bouchon 29:32
Little Chiva 29:30
The Carnival 29:32
The Brown Envelope Case 30:12
Christmas Show 29:30
The Plaid Overcoat Case 29:32
The Merry-Go-Round Case 29:39
The White Cow Case 29:25
The Simpson Case 28:38
The Al Brenners Case 29:29
The Garrabaldi Case 29:30
The Eddie Burke Case 29:32
The Dixon Case 29:30
The Hank Burton Case 29:32
Mr. Walker's Problem 29:30
The Enigma Of Big Ed 29:30
The William Holland Case 29:30
The Eight O'Clock Killer 29:25
Missing Night Watchman 29:32
Rifle Case 29:21
Lt. Levinson Kidnapped 24:45
Lt. Levinson Kidnapped 29:58
The Ice Pick Murder Case 29:32
The Oklahoma Cowboy Murder Case 23:57
The Hollywood Story 25:35
The Hollywood Story 29:30
Big Foot Grafton Case 24:17
The Wolfe Murder Case 25:00

Reviews


(5 stars)

This is a GREAT series! As I discover more of these wonderful radio shows, I become more grateful to Librivox and app developers for this ever-expanding library of entertainment! The writing in this series is fun, with some real laugh out loud moments, good story and dialog, and I have become such a fan of Dick Powell, too.

Dick Powell fan


(5 stars)

Okay where do I begin this show is funny romantic suspenseful dramatic everything one can expect from a show... Dick Powell was soooo underrated... He is my favorite Radio star.. writing is so clever and characters of lt Walt and Otis are just Cherry on the cake... Tho other actresses play the role of Helen but you can easily make out why Virginia Greg in most of them she's lovely Favorites- to gaurd a seal(hilarious), the house of mystery (suspenseful) Joyce wallace ( dramatic) and a special mention to the singing critic the one the neighbor is amazing other episodes like little Chiva, burglers protection, the grey man are favorites

Thoroughly enjoyable


(5 stars)

A very slick, tongue in cheek, detective show. Dick Powell show cases his wide variety of talent including his singing ability on the prompting of his girlfriend, Helen, played by Virginia Gregg. One of my favourite songs was his rendition of "Dear Hearts and Gentle People" as Herbert Appleknocker from Mountain Dew, Alabama. (See "The Jewel Thief", 19 Feb 1950.) Thanks to the OTRG for putting this online.

Ahead of its time...


(5 stars)

Where to begin? Voiceover work by the amazing actors breathes life into the imaginative, innovative, quick-witted and entertaining writing that was second to none in the era the show was broadcast. Personal favorites for newbies - 'The Gray Man' and 'Blue Serge Suit' among too many others to mention. Enjoy!

I love these shows!


(5 stars)

These shows have everything you could want in a show. They are great detective stories with music and comdey mixed in. My favorites are the Van Dyke Seance Case, Oklahoma Cowboy Murder Case, and Jerome J. Jerome. They are funny with a great detective story!

Richard Diamond


(5 stars)

The crazy 1 liners do it for me. He spouts off to the wrong people and usually gets his clock cleaned. It all works out in the end.. LOVE IT !!!!!!

Much more than mediocre.


(4 stars)

Its a good show, especially good for how long ago it aired. I have listened to a lot of the episodes, and I have these problems. Richard insults Otis much to often, and for barely and reason other than Otis being not being the sharpest tool in the shed. But I guess its just comical. Another little problem I have is, he and his girlfriend are very rude to that guy that lived downstairs in The Singing Critic. I would also hate to have a girlfriend that forces me to sing before I eat dinner. Again, the singing part at the end of an episode is supposed to be at the end of every episode. I also do not like how in some episodes they give away who the baddie is. All in all, they are interesting to listen to, but im going to move onto some other shows. This is quite a poorly written review, but I just wanted to state my problems. I give this show a 4.

Richard Diamond Private Detective


(5 stars)

"Richard Diamond" is an extremely well-done show. Hard-boiled, but well-leavened with humor. Rick can handle himself, with his fists as well as with the dames. And he's a crack shot - if I had the time, I'd like to count up all the bad eggs he's been forced to shoot. Dick Powell certainly went a long way from the Stanley Theatre... Sole complaint? I prefer the Lt. Levinson of the earlier shows.